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“When my birth parents were murdered, I stayed outdoors all night with the bodies. Years later in America, around fourteen, my psychiatrist explained to me that staying with the bodies that night made me fearless. He said that it made me an 'emotional exhibitionist' and told me never to let people convince me that I was weird for speaking with clarity and passion.”

Quote by Kola Boof

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Kola Boof is a renowned author, born on March 3, 1969. Her works span various genres, including autobiography, novels, and poetry. Boof is known for her unique writing style and her focus on women's experiences. more

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